The need for change “A nation that destroys its soils destroys itself. Forests are the lungs of our land, purifying the air and giving fresh strength to our people.” -Franklin Delano Roosevelt

The need for change Prediction 1: Following conventional practices, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations estimates that we will run out of topsoil in the next 60 years. Prediction 2: The FAO also estimates that by 2050 we must increase agricultural production by 70% to feed a growing population.

Without trees, we cannot inhabit the earth. Without trees we rapidly create deserts and drought, and the evidence for this is before our eyes. Without trees, the atmosphere will alter its composition, and life support systems will fail (http://agroforestry.net/overstory/overstory92.html). the BENEFITS OF TREES

Without trees, we cannot inhabit the earth. Without trees we rapidly create deserts and drought, and the evidence for this is before our eyes. Without trees, the atmosphere will alter its composition, and life support systems will fail (http://agroforestry.net/overstory/overstory92.html).

Acts of creation are ordinarily reserved for gods and poets. To plant a pine, one need only own a shovel." -- Aldo Leopold

Without trees, we cannot inhabit the earth. Without trees we rapidly create deserts and drought, and the evidence for this is before our eyes. Without trees, the atmosphere will alter its composition, and life support systems will fail (http://agroforestry.net/overstory/overstory92.html). "The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The next best time is now." -- Chinese Proverb THE

Without trees, we cannot inhabit the earth. Without trees we rapidly create deserts and drought, and the evidence for this is before our eyes. Without trees, the atmosphere will alter its composition, and life support systems will fail (http://agroforestry.net/overstory/overstory92.html).

By means of trees, wildlife could be conserved, pollution decreased, and the beauty of our landscapes enhanced. This is the way, or at least one of the ways, to spiritual, moral, and cultural regeneration." -- E.F. Schumacher THE

Without trees, we cannot inhabit the earth. Without trees we rapidly create deserts and drought, and the evidence for this is before our eyes. Without trees, the atmosphere will alter its composition, and life support systems will fail (http://agroforestry.net/overstory/overstory92.html). "People who will not sustain trees will soon live in a world that will not sustain people." -- Bryce Nelson

Without trees, we cannot inhabit the earth. Without trees we rapidly create deserts and drought, and the evidence for this is before our eyes. Without trees, the atmosphere will alter its composition, and life support systems will fail (http://agroforestry.net/overstory/overstory92.html).

Suburbia is where the developer bulldozes out the trees and then names the streets after them.” -- Bill Vaughn TH

What is Agroforestry? Broadly defined, it is Agriculture that deliberately incorporates trees or woody perennials into production systems.

Why Mulberry? - Some native varieties, many naturalized - Few pests and diseases - Tolerates wide range of soils and moisture requirements - Easy to grow, transplant, and propagate - Wood good for fence posts and firewood - Leaves are high quality livestock feed - Bare fruit early and consistently - Produce in full sun and partial shade

Why not Mulberry? -Very short shelf life -Labor intensive to harvest -Ripen over a long period instead of all at once -Birds love them -Morus alba considered invasive in some areas -Children end up looking like this -->

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